Allegany County, MD
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $694/mo | $625 – $763/mo |
| 1 BR | $823/mo | $741 – $905/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,333/mo | $1,200 – $1,466/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,452/mo | $1,307 – $1,597/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Allegany County, MD (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Allegany County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Allegany County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the City of Frostburg
101 Meshach Frost Vlg, Frostburg, MD, 21532 · 3016899700
- Housing Authority of the City of Cumberland
635 E First St, Cumberland, MD, 21502 · 3017246606
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Allegany County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $33,250 |
| 2 people | $38,000 |
| 3 people | $42,750 |
| 4 people | $47,500 |
| 5 people | $51,300 |
| 6 people | $55,100 |
| 7 people | $58,900 |
| 8 people | $62,700 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Allegany County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
ALLEGANY JUNCTIONS
100 EAST REYNOLDS STREET, CUMBERLAND, MD, 2150240 income-restricted units31 2BR, 5 3BRBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052MAGNOLIA GREENE
13000 WINCHESTER PIKE, LAVALE, MD, 2150236 income-restricted units of 40 total31 2BR, 5 3BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051- 77 income-restricted units12 1BR, 31 2BR, 30 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20219% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051
OLD TOWNE MANOR
1510A EAST OLD TOWNE ROAD, CUMBERLAND, MD, 21502123 income-restricted units of 138 total46 1BR, 44 2BR, 48 3BRBuilt 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045CUMBERLAND ARMS
10 N LIBERTY STREET, CUMBERLAND, MD, 2150269 income-restricted units59 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 20139% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043KLOT'S MILL LOFTS
917 GAY ST, CUMBERLAND, MD, 2150250 income-restricted units12 1BR, 25 2BR, 13 3BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041BRADDOCK'S GREENE
100 BRADDOCK ST, FROSTBURG, MD, 2153250 income-restricted units20 2BR, 30 3BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040WILLIAM BOOTH TOWER
220 SOMERVILLE AVE, CUMBERLAND, MD, 21502114 income-restricted units51 studio, 63 1BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040GATEWAY TOWN HOMES
775 E FOURTH ST, CUMBERLAND, MD, 2150230 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038THE CASCADES
701 E FOURTH ST, CUMBERLAND, MD, 2150271 income-restricted units53 1BR, 18 2BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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